Festive Vegetable Christmas Wreath (Printable)

Roasted winter vegetables arranged in a vibrant, festive wreath with herbs and pomegranate seeds.

# What you need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced diagonally
02 - 2 parsnips, peeled and sliced diagonally
03 - 1 small butternut squash, peeled, deseeded, and cut into chunks
04 - 1 small red onion, cut into wedges
05 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
06 - 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
07 - 1 small head Romanesco or broccoli, cut into florets
08 - 7 oz Brussels sprouts, halved
09 - 7 oz cherry tomatoes
10 - 1 small bunch fresh rosemary
11 - 1 small bunch fresh thyme

→ Marinade

12 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
13 - 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
14 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
15 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
16 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
17 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Garnish

18 - 1.75 oz pomegranate seeds
19 - 1.75 oz crumbled feta or vegan feta (optional)
20 - Fresh parsley sprigs

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Combine carrots, parsnips, butternut squash, red onion, bell peppers, Romanesco or broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and cherry tomatoes in a large bowl.
03 - Whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, honey or maple syrup, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
04 - Pour marinade over vegetables and toss thoroughly to coat evenly.
05 - Arrange vegetables in a wreath shape on the baking sheet, leaving a hole in the center, and tuck rosemary and thyme sprigs between vegetables.
06 - Roast for 30 to 35 minutes, turning once halfway, until vegetables are tender and caramelized.
07 - Transfer roasted vegetables maintaining wreath shape onto a serving platter. Garnish with pomegranate seeds, crumbled feta, and fresh parsley. Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Seasonal roasted vegetables create a colorful festive dish
  • Perfect centerpiece for holiday gatherings
02 -
  • Use maple syrup and vegan feta for a vegan version
  • Add roasted nuts like walnuts or pecans for extra crunch
03 -
  • Slice vegetables uniformly for even roasting
  • Turn the wreath halfway through to caramelize all sides
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